NCDMV CDL Handbook

Commercial Driver’s License Manual – 2005 CDL Testing System

check for loose fittings and damage. Checks that stop arm extends fully when operated

11.3 – School Bus Only

Emergency Equipment

In addition to checking for spare electrical fuses (if equipped), three red reflective triangles, 6 fusees or 3 liquid burning flares and a properly charged and rated fire extinguisher, school bus drivers must also inspect the following emergency equipment:

Passenger Entry/Lift

Check that the entry door is not damaged, operates smoothly, and closes securely from the inside. Hand rails are secure and the step light is working, if equipped. The entry steps must be clear with the treads not loose or worn excessively. If equipped with a handicap lift, look for leaking, damaged, or missing parts and explain how lift should be checked for correct operation. Lift must be fully retracted and latched securely. Demonstrate that at least one emergency exit is not damaged, operates smoothly, and closes securely from the inside. Check that release handle can be operated properly from both inside and outside the vehicle. Point out and describe how all other emergency exits operate Check that any emergency exit warning devices are working properly. Emergency Exit

Emergency Kit

Body Fluid Cleanup Kit

Lighting Indicators

In addition to checking the lighting indicators listed in Section 10.2 of this manual, school bus drivers must also check the following lighting indicators (internal panel lights): Alternately flashing amber lights indicator, if equipped.

Alternately flashing red lights indicator.

Strobe light indicator, if equipped.

Lights/Reflectors In addition to checking the lights and reflective devices listed in Section 10.2 of this manual, school bus drivers must also check the following (external) lights and reflectors: Strobe light, if equipped is operational and is not broken. Alternately flashing amber lights, if equipped are operational and not broken. Alternately flashing red lights, on both the front and back of the vehicle are operational and not broken.. Stop arm light, if equipped.

Seating

Look for broken seat frames and check that seat frames are firmly attached to the floor. Check that seat cushions are attached securely to the seat frames.

11.4 – Trailer

11.4.1 – Trailer Front

Student Mirrors

In addition to checking the external mirrors, school bus drivers must also check the internal and external mirrors used for observing students:

Air/Electrical Connections

Check that trailer air connectors are sealed and in good condition. Make sure glad hands are locked in place, free of damage or air leaks. Make sure the trailer electrical plug is firmly seated and locked in place.

Check for proper adjustment.

Checks that all internal and external mirrors and mirror brackets are not damaged and are mounted securely with no loose fittings. Checks that visibility is not impaired due to dirty mirrors.

Header Board

If equipped, check the header board to see that it is secure, free of damage, and strong enough to contain cargo. If equipped, the canvas or tarp carrier must be mounted and fastened securely.

Stop Arm/Safety Arm

If equipped, check the stop arm to see that it is mounted securely to the frame of the vehicle. Also,

Section 11 - Vehicle Inspection

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Version: July 2017